Catherine Dawes

To know Cathie Dawes was to know the boundless love of Christ through the way she lived, loved, and gave of herself to others, without ever asking for anything in return. On November 11, 2026, Cathie went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Catherinejean-Lee “Cathie” (Bohrer) Dawes was born in Chester, Pennsylvania to the late William and Frances Bohrer, both of whom she loved dearly and whose memories she kept alive through her favorite stories of growing up. Gifted with an adventurous spirit and heart for travel, Cathie left Pennsylvania to attend school at Eastern Nazarene College in Boston, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education. This love for travel led her around the world skiing as a young adult in Italy and Switzerland and then on trips later in life to Ecuador, Nigeria, England, France, South Korea, Germany, Japan, Thailand and many more. She was proud of visiting all 50 states and planned to make it to each continent. Cathie’s passion for education and love for children led to teaching opportunities in Pennsylvania and California. The care and devotion Cathie so freely gave to her students resonated long after she stopped teaching. The lasting difference she made in their lives is evident in the way her students still reach out to her and reminisce on their days in her classroom.

Teaching brought Cathie another type of love, as well where she met Donald Dawes while teaching at The Christian Academy. They were married on July 7th 1990 and she remained his devoted wife for 36 years. The two shared a marriage that was rooted deeply in their love for Christ and each other. Cathie and Don were blessed with raising two outstanding, godly men: Alex Dawes and the late Adam Dawes. Cathie became totally involved in the Christian school movement in support of her husband through substitute teaching and all school activities. One of her biggest contributions was made by hosting international students in her home for over 15 years with one of those years including 8 students. These students came from South Korea, China, Peru, Europe and Africa. She also had opportunities to visit most of these students in their home countries.

Cathie’s faith in Jesus Christ was the cornerstone of her life. She attended church regularly and was a member of Bethany Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Havertown, Pennsylvania for 30 years before moving to Bernville and joining Park Road Presbyterian Church. She was very active in church, whether it be lending her beautiful voice to the praise team or choir, serving in children’s ministry, or volunteering for Vacation Bible School. Cathie approached everything she did with kindness, warmth, and the genuine desire to serve others.

Although Cathie held many roles in her life, possibly one of her most cherished roles was that of Mimi to her 3 grandchildren- James (6), Rosalie (4), and Daniel (2). Every opportunity she had to be with them was treasured, and she freely gave of her time, energy, and love. She enjoyed making memories with them, both big and small, and never took for granted the precious opportunity to watch them grow. Her family was truly her greatest blessing and she never missed the chance to embrace that gift with her whole heart.

Cathie may no longer be with us, but the love she gave so generously, the lives she touched, and the memories and stories she shared will remain with us to be passed down for the next generation.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 1:00pm at Park Road Presbyterian Church located at 1045 N. Park Road, Wyomissing, PA 19610. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church beginning at 12 noon. The burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Catherine’s honor to Park Road Presbyterian or Adam’s Memorial Fund at https://bethanyepc.churchcenter.com/giving.

Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc. is honored to serve Catherine’s family. Condolences may be expressed at kuhnfuneralhomes.com